AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, and
combinations thereof, are trademarks of
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Bluetooth is a
trademark owned by its proprietor and used
by Hewlett-Packard Company under license.
Intel and Core are trademarks of Intel
Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. SD
Logo is a trademark of its proprietor.
The information contained herein is subject
to change without notice. The only
warranties for HP products and services are
set forth in the express warranty statements
accompanying such products and services.
Nothing herein should be construed as
constituting an additional warranty. HP shall
not be liable for technical or editorial errors
or omissions contained herein.
Second Edition: November 2011
First Edition: September 2011
Document Part Number: 657631-002
Safety warning notice
WARNING!To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not
place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device only on a hard, flat
surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface,
such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the
skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The device and the AC
adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International
Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
AMD Radeon™ HD 6620G graphics on
computer models equipped with an AMD
A8 processor
●
AMD Radeon HD 6520G graphics on computer
models equipped with an AMD A6 processor
●
AMD Radeon HD 6480G graphics on computer
models equipped with an AMD A4 processor
●
AMD Radeon HD 6380G graphics on computer
models equipped with an AMD E2 processor
Switchable discrete graphics:
●
AMD Radeon HD 7690 M2 graphics subsystem
on computer models equipped with an AMD A8,
A6, A4, or E2 processor, with 1024-MB of
dedicated video memory (64-MB × 16 GDDR5 ×
8 PCs, 3.2 GBPS), utilize VRAM component
GDDR5 32-MB × 32 with 5GBPS capability
●
AMD Radeon HD 7470 M2 graphics subsystem
on computer models equipped with an AMD A8,
A6, A4, or E2 processor, with 512-MB of
dedicated video memory (64-MB × 16 GDDR5 ×
4 PCs, 3.2 GBPS), utilize VRAM component
GDDR5 32-MB × 32 with 5GBPS capability
√
Supports dual graphics:
●
AMD Radeon HD 6620G + 7690M dual
graphics on computer models equipped with an
AMD A8 processor
●
AMD Radeon HD 6620G + 7470M dual gaphics
on computer models equipped with an AMD A8
or A6 processor
●
AMD Radeon HD 6520G + 7690M dual gaphics
on computer models equipped with an
AMD A6 processor
AMD Radeon HD 6480G + 7470M dual gaphics
on computer models equipped with an
AMD A4 processor
Supports BACO, HD decode, DX11, and HDMI
3
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Internal graphics:
●
Intel HD Graphics 3000 on computer models
equipped with an Intel Core i7, i5, or
i3 processor
●
Intel HD Graphics 3000 on computer models
equipped with an Intel Pentium processor
Switchable discrete graphics:
●
ATI XT Radeon HD 7690M XT M2 package with
2048-MB (64-MB × 32 GDDR5 × 8 PCs, 5GBPS)
or 1024-MB (32-MB × 32 GDDR5 × 8 PCs,
5GBPS) of graphics subsystem discrete memory,
muxless
●
ATi XT Radeon HD 7470M XT M2 package with
1024-MB of graphics subsystem discrete memory
(64-MB × 32 GDDR5 × 4 PCs, 5GBPS), muxless
Support for DX11, HD decode, HDMI, BACO√√
Panel15.6-in, full high-definition (FHD), light-emitting diode
Ralink RT3090BC4 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi and
Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Combo Adapter
(Bluetooth 3.0+HS ready)
√
√
6Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
External media
card
Ports
HP Multi-Format Digital Media Reader supports the
following digital card formats:
●
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●
Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC)
Memory Card
●
Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
Memory Card
●
Ultra High Speed MultiMediaCard (UHS/MMC)
●
3-pin AC power
●
Audio-in (mono microphone)
●
Audio-out (stereo headphone; 2)
●
HDMI version 1.4 supporting up to 1920 ×1200
@ 60Hz
●
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)
●
USB 2.0 (3 ports)
●
Beats Edition computer models—VGA (Dsub 15
pin) supporting 1920×1600 external resolution @
60 Hz hot plug and unplug and auto-detection for
correct output to wide-aspect vs. standard
aspect video
√√
√√
●
Non-Beats Edition computer models—VGA (Dsub
15 pin) supporting 2048×1536 external
resolution @ 75 Hz hot plug and unplug and
auto-detection for correct output to wide-aspect vs.
standard aspect video
Keyboard/
pointing devices
TouchPad with multi-touch gestures, 2-finger scrolling,
Dura-coat, island-style keyboard√√
Multitouch gestures (2-finger scrolling and pinch-zoom)
Taps enabled by default√√
Full-size (15.6-in), textured, keyboard with
numeric keypad
and pinch-zoom enabled
enabled by default
√√
√√
√√
7
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Power
requirements
Support for the following batteries:
SecuritySecurity cable slot√√
Support for the following 3-wire plug with
ground pin AC adapters (supports 3pin DC connector):
●
120W AC adapter with localized cable
plug support
●
90W EM AC adapter with localized cable
plug support
●
90W AC adapter with localized cable
plug support
●
65W EM AC adapter with localized cable
plug support
●
65W AC adapter with localized cable
plug support
●
9cell, 100-Whr, 3.00-Ah Li-ion battery
●
6-cell, 62-Whr, 2.80-Ah Li-ion battery
●
6-cell, 55-Whr, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery
√√
√√
Fingerprint reader with Digital Persona
software support (Beat Edition and select models only)
Support for Intel AT-p Ready√
Operating
system
Preinstalled:
●
Windows 7 Home Basic (select models only)
●
Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit (select
models only)
●
Windows 7 Professional 64-bit (select
models only)
√√
√
8Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescriptionComputer models
equipped with an
AMD processor
Computer models
equipped with an
Intel processor
Preinstalled:
●
Windows 7 Home Basic (64- and 32-bit; select
models only)
●
Windows 7 Home Premium (64- and 32-bit;
select models only)
●
Windows 7 Professional (64- and 32-bit; select
models only)
●
Windows 7 Starter (32-bit; select models only)
●
Windows 7 Ultimate (64-bit; select models only)
●
FreeDOS
●
RedFlag
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
●
AC adapter
●
Battery
●
Hard drive
●
Memory modules (2)
√
√√
●
Optical drive
●
WLAN module
9
2External component identification
Display
ItemComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate
(2)Internal microphones (2)Record sound.
(3)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(4)WebcamRecords video and captures still photographs.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety, andEnvironmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
10Chapter 2 External component identification
with WLANs.
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >
CyberLink YouCam > CyberLink YouCam.
Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select
models only)
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Power button
(2)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
(3)Web browser buttonOpens the default Web browser.
(4)Fingerprint reader (select models only)Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a
●
When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
the computer.
●
When the computer is on, press the button briefly to
initiate Sleep.
●
When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the
button briefly to exit Sleep.
●
When the computer is in Hibernation, press the
button briefly to exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows
shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the
power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off
the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, select Start >
Control Panel > System and Security > Power
Options, or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
password logon.
Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only)
11
Keys
ItemComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed
in combination with the num lk key, the b key, or the
esc key.
(3)Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
(4)b keyIncreases or decreases the Beats Audio bass settings
(select models only). Beats Audio is an enhanced audio
profile that provides a deep, controlled bass while
maintaining a clear sound. Beats Audio is enabled
by default.
You can also view and control the bass settings through
the Windows operating system. To view and control the
bass properties:
●
Select Start > All Programs > Beats Audio
Control Panel > Listening Experience.
– or –
●
Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware
and Sound > Beats Audio Control Panel >
Listening Experience.
(5)Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
12Chapter 2 External component identification
Lights
ItemComponentDescription
(6)Integrated numeric keypadWhen the keypad has been enabled, the keys can be
used like an external numeric keypad.
(7)num lk keyEnables/disables the integrated numeric keypad when
pressed in combination with the fn key.
(8)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(2)Power light
(3)Mute light
●
White: the computer is on.
●
Blinking white: the computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: the computer is off or in Hibernation.
●
Amber: Computer sound is off.
●
Off: Computer sound is on.
Lights
13
ItemComponentDescription
(4)Wireless light
(5)Fingerprint reader light (select models only)
TouchPad
●
White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
WLAN device and/or a Bluetooth device, is on.
●
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
●
White: The fingerprint was read.
●
Amber: The fingerprint was not read.
ItemComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad off light
(2)TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on and off.
(3)TouchPad zoneMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on
(4)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)TouchPad on light
(6)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
●
On: The TouchPad is off.
●
Off: The TouchPad is on.
the screen.
●
On: The TouchPad is on.
●
Off: The TouchPad is off.
14Chapter 2 External component identification
Front
Rear
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Digital Media SlotSupports the following digital card formats:
●
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●
Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC)
Memory Card
NOTE: the computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during
routine operation.
Front
15
Left side
ItemComponentDescription
(1)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
(2)External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(3)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a
NOTE: the computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during
routine operation.
high-definition television, or any compatible digital or
audio component.
(4)RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
(5)USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
NOTE: Depending on your computer model, your
computer may be equipped with 2 USB 3.0 ports, which
connect optional 3.0 devices and provide enhanced USB
power performance. USB 3.0 ports are also compatible
with USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 devices.
(6)Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone,
stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone.
(7)Audio-out (headphone) jacks (2)Produce sound when connected to optional powered
stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or
television audio.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury,
adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information,
refer to the Regulatory, Safety, andEnvironmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to a headphone
jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
16Chapter 2 External component identification
Right side
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Optical driveReads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc.
(2)Optical drive light
(3)Optical drive eject buttonEjects the optical drive.
(4)Power light
(5)Drive light
(6)USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
(7)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
●
Green: The optical drive is being accessed.
●
Off: The optical drive is off.
●
White: the computer is on.
●
Blinking white: the computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: the computer is off or in Hibernation.
●
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●
Amber: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has
temporarily parked the hard drive.
NOTE: For information on HP ProtectSmart Hard
Drive Protection, refer to the HP Notebook
Reference Guide.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
(8)Battery light
(9)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
●
White: the computer is connected to external power
and the battery is fully charged.
●
Amber: A battery is charging.
●
Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low
battery level, or there is a battery error. When a
battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery
light begins blinking rapidly.
Right side
17
Bottom
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(2)Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
(3)Vents (6)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: the computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during
routine operation.
(4)Hard drive bayContains the hard drive, the WLAN device, and the
memory module slots.
CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace
the wireless module only with a wireless module
authorized for use in the computer by the governmental
agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or
region. If you replace the module and then receive a
warning message, remove the module to restore
computer functionality, and then contact technical support
through Help and Support.
18Chapter 2 External component identification
3Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number
provided on the service tag.
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Product nameThis is the product name affixed to the front of
the computer.
(2)Serial number (s/n)This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to
each product.
Service tag
19
ItemComponentDescription
(3)Part number/Product number (p/n)This number provides specific information about the
product’s hardware components. The part number helps
a service technician determine what components and
parts are needed.
(4)Warranty periodThis number describes the duration of the warranty
period for the computer.
(5)Model descriptionThis is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate
documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
20Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
Computer major components
ItemComponentSpare part number
(1)Display assembly: The display assembly is spared at the subcomponent level only. For more display assembly
spare part information, see
(2)Keyboard (includes keyboard cable):
Display assembly subcomponents on page 31.
Computer major components
21
ItemComponentSpare part number
Keyboard in black finish:
For use with all computer models in Belgium665326-A41
For use with all computer models in Brazil665326-201
For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor in Bulgaria665326-261
For use with all computer models in Canada665326-121
For use with all computer models in the Czech Republic and Slovakia665326-FL1
For use with all computer models in Denmark, Finland, and Norway665326-DH1
For use with all computer models in France665326-051
For use with all computer models in Germany665326-041
For use with all computer models in Greece665326-DJ1
For use with all computer models in Hungary665326-211
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor in India665326-D61
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor in Israel665326-BB1
For use with all computer models Italy665326-061
For use with all computer models in Japan665326-291
For use with all computer models in Latin America665326-161
For use with all computer models in the Netherlands665326-B31
For use with all computer models in Portugal665326-131
For use with all computer models in Russia665326-251
For use with all computer models in Saudi Arabia665326-171
For use with all computer models in Slovenia665326-BA1
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor in South Korea665326-AD1
For use with all computer models in Spain665326-071
For use with all computer models in Switzerland665326-BG1
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor in Taiwan665326-AB1
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor in Thailand665326-281
For use with all computer models in Turkey665326-141
For use with all computer models in the United Kingdom and Singapore665326-031
For use with all computer models in the United States665326-001
Keyboard in silver finish:
For use with all computer models in Belgium666423-A41
For use with all computer models in Brazil666423-201
22Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
ItemComponentSpare part number
For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor in Bulgaria666423-261
For use with all computer models in Canada666423-121
For use with all computer models in the Czech Republic and Slovakia666423-FL1
For use with all computer models in Denmark, Finland, and Norway666423-DH1
For use with all computer models in France666423-051
For use with all computer models in Germany666423-041
For use with all computer models in Greece666423-DJ1
For use with all computer models in Hungary666423-211
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor in India666423-D61
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor in Israel666423-BB1
For use with all computer models Italy666423-061
For use with all computer models in Japan666423-291
For use with all computer models in Latin America666423-161
For use with all computer models in the Netherlands666423-B31
For use with all computer models in Portugal666423-131
For use with all computer models in Russia666423-251
For use with all computer models in Saudi Arabia666423-171
For use with all computer models in Slovenia666423-BA1
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor in South Korea666423-AD1
For use with all computer models in Spain666423-071
For use with all computer models in Switzerland666423-BG1
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor in Taiwan666423-AB1
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor in Thailand666423-281
For use with all computer models in Turkey666423-141
For use with all computer models in the United Kingdom and Singapore666423-031
For use with all computer models in the United States666423-001
(3)Top cover (includes TouchPad and TouchPad button board, but does not include TouchPad cable or TouchPad
button board cable):
NOTE: The TouchPad cable and TouchPad button board cable are included in the Cable Kit, spare part number
665301-001.
In butter gold finish665364-001
In dark umber finish665356-001
In espresso black finish665358-001
Computer major components
23
ItemComponentSpare part number
In linen white finish665359-001
In Pacific blue finish665360-001
In pearl pink finish665363-001
In ruby red finish665362-001
In Sonoma red finish665361-001
In steel gray finish665357-001
(4)Power button board (does not include cable)
NOTE: The power button board cable is not included in the power button board
spare part kit. The power button board cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part
number 665301-001.
(5)Fingerprint reader board (select models only, includes bracket, but does not
include cable)
NOTE: The fingerprint reader board cable is not included in the fingerprint reader
board spare part kit. The fingerprint reader board cable is included in the Cable Kit,
spare part number 665301-001.
(6)EDR v.4.0 Bluetooth module (for use only with computer models equipped with
an Intel processor)
NOTE: The Bluetooth module spare part kit does not include the Bluetooth
module cable. The Bluetooth module cable is available using spare part number
665303-001.
(7)Bluetooth module cable (for use only with computer models equipped with an
Intel processor)
(8)USB board (does not include cable)
NOTE: The USB board cable is not included in the USB board spare part kit. The
USB board cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 665303-001.
Cable Kit, includes:665301-001
665330-001
665310-001
655792-001
665303-001
665331-001
(9a)Optical drive connector cable
(9b)Hard drive connector cable
Not illustrated:
Power button board cable
Fingerprint reader board cable
TouchPad cable
TouchPad button board cable
USB board cable
NOTE: See
(10)Power connector cable665306-001
(11)Speaker cover665333-001
Cable Kit on page 30 for more Cable Kit spare part information.
24Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
ItemComponentSpare part number
(12)Speaker Kit (includes left and right speakers and cable)665340-001
665116-001Intel Core i7-2670QM 2.20-GHz (SC turbo up to 3.10-GHz) processor (1600-MHz FSB, 6.0-MB
L3 cache, dual core, 45 W; includes replacement thermal material)
665277-001Fan/heat sink assembly for use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory (includes replacement thermal material)
665278-001Fan/heat sink assembly for use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a
graphics subsystem with discrete memory (includes replacement thermal material)
665279-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an AMD A60M processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory (includes replacement thermal material)
665280-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an AMD A60M processor and a
graphics subsystem with 512-MB discrete memory (includes replacement thermal material)
665281-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an AMD A60M processor and a
graphics subsystem with 1024-MB discrete memory (includes replacement thermal material)
665282-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an AMD A70M processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory (includes replacement thermal material)
665284-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an AMD A70M processor and a
graphics subsystem with 1024-MB discrete memory (includes replacement thermal material)
665285-001Thermal Material Kit for use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory (includes replacement thermal paste and pads)
665286-001Thermal Material Kit for use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a
graphics subsystem with discrete memory (includes replacement thermal paste and pads)
38Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
Spare part numberDescription
665287-001Antenna Kit (includes left and right wireless antenna cables and transceivers)
665288-001Display enclosure in dark umber finish
665289-001Display enclosure in steel gray finish
665290-001Display enclosure in espresso black finish
665291-001Display enclosure in linen white finish
665292-001Display enclosure in Pacific blue finish
665293-001Display enclosure in Sonora red finish
665294-001Display enclosure in ruby red finish
665295-001Display enclosure in pearl pink finish
665296-001Display enclosure in butter gold finish
665297-001For use only on computer models equipped with USB version 2.0 in all countries and regions
except Japan (includes battery release latch and 4 rubber feet)
665298-001For use only on computer models equipped with USB version 3.0 in all countries and regions
except Japan (includes battery release latch and 4 rubber feet)
665299-001Display bezel for use only on computer models in butter gold, espresso black, linen white,
Pacific blue, pearl pink, ruby red, and Sonoma red finish and equipped with a webcamera/
microphone module
665300-001Display bezel for use only on computer models in dark umber and steel gray finish and equipped
with a webcamera/microphone module
665301-001Cable Kit (includes the optical drive connector cable, hard drive connector cable, power button
board cable, fingerprint reader board cable, TouchPad cable, TouchPad button board cable, and
USB board cable)
665302-001Display Cable Kit for use only on computer models in butter gold, espresso black, linen white,
Pacific blue, pearl pink, ruby red, and Sonoma red finish (includes display panel cable and
webcamera/microphone module cable)
665303-001Bluetooth module cable (for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor)
665304-001Display Cable Kit for use only on computer models equipped with an HD display assembly
(includes display panel cable and webcamera/microphone module cable)
665305-001Display Cable Kit for use only on computer models equipped with an FHD display assembly
(includes display panel cable and webcamera/microphone module cable)
665306-001Power connector cable
665307-001Fan/heat sink assembly for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory (includes replacement thermal material)
665308-001Fan/heat sink assembly for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with 1024-MB of discrete memory (includes replacement thermal material)
665309-001Fan/heat sink assembly for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with 2048-MB of discrete memory (includes replacement thermal material)
Sequential part number listing
39
Spare part numberDescription
665310-001Fingerprint reader board (select models only, includes bracket, but does not include cable)
NOTE: The fingerprint reader board cable is not included in the fingerprint reader board spare
part kit. The fingerprint reader board cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number
665301-001.
665311-001Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes hard drive bracket and screws)
665313-001Display Hinge Kit (includes left and right display hinges and brackets)
665314-001Display hinge covers (2)
665326-001Keyboard in black finish for use in the United States (includes keyboard cable)
665326-031Keyboard in black finish for use in the United Kingdom and Singapore (includes keyboard cable)
665326-041Keyboard in black finish for use in Germany (includes keyboard cable)
665326-051Keyboard in black finish for use in France (includes keyboard cable)
665326-061Keyboard in black finish for use in Italy (includes keyboard cable)
665326-071Keyboard in black finish for use in Spain (includes keyboard cable)
665326-121Keyboard in black finish for use in Canada (includes keyboard cable)
665326-131Keyboard in black finish for use in Portugal (includes keyboard cable)
665326-141Keyboard in black finish for use in Turkey (includes keyboard cable)
665326-161Keyboard in black finish for use in Latin America (includes keyboard cable)
665326-171Keyboard in black finish for use in Saudi Arabia (includes keyboard cable)
665326-201Keyboard in black finish for use in Brazil (includes keyboard cable)
665326-211Keyboard in black finish for use in Hungary (includes keyboard cable)
665326-251Keyboard in black finish for use in Russia (includes keyboard cable)
665326-261Keyboard in black finish for use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor
in Bulgaria (includes keyboard cable)
665326-281Keyboard in black finish for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor
in Thailand (includes keyboard cable)
665326-291Keyboard in black finish for use in Japan (includes keyboard cable)
665326-A41Keyboard in black finish for use in Belgium (includes keyboard cable)
665326-AB1Keyboard in black finish for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor
in Taiwan (includes keyboard cable)
665326-AD1Keyboard in black finish for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor
in South Korea (includes keyboard cable)
665326-B31Keyboard in black finish for use in the Netherlands (includes keyboard cable)
665326-BA1Keyboard in black finish for use in Slovenia (includes keyboard cable)
665326-BB1Keyboard in black finish for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor
in Israel (includes keyboard cable)
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Spare part numberDescription
665326-BG1Keyboard in black finish for use in Switzerland (includes keyboard cable)
665326-D61Keyboard in black finish for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor
in India (includes keyboard cable)
665326-DH1Keyboard in black finish for use in Denmark, Finland, and Norway (includes keyboard cable)
665326-DJ1Keyboard in black finish for use in Greece (includes keyboard cable)
665326-FL1Keyboard in black finish for use in the Czech Republic and Slovakia (includes keyboard cable)
665327-001DVD±RW Double-Layer FX SuperMulti Drive
665328-001Blu-ray Disc R/RW FX SuperMulti Drive
665329-001Blu-ray Disc ROM FX SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Drive
665330-001Power button board (does not include cable)
NOTE: The power button board cable is not included in the power button board spare part kit.
The power button board cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 665301-001.
665331-001USB board (does not include cable)
NOTE: The USB board cable is not included in the USB board spare part kit. The USB board
cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 665301-001.
665332-001Plastics Kit (includes the service cover)
665333-001Speaker cover
665334-00115.6-in, HD, LED, BrightView, SVA display panel
665335-00115.6-in, FHD, LED, AntiGlare, SVA display panel
665337-001Display Rubber Kit
665338-001Screw Kit
665339-001Display Screw Kit
665340-001Speaker Kit (includes left and right speakers and cable)
665341-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, the
HM65 chipset, the HD6770 graphics subsystem with discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
(includes 2048-MB of discrete graphics subsystem memory; includes replacement
thermal material)
665342-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, the
HM65 chipset, the HD6770 graphics subsystem with discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
(includes 2048-MB of discrete graphics subsystem memory; includes replacement
thermal material)
665343-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, the
HM65 chipset, the HD6770 graphics subsystem with discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
(includes 1024-MB of discrete graphics subsystem memory; includes replacement
thermal material)
665344-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, the
HM65 chipset, the HD6770 graphics subsystem with discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
(includes 1024-MB of discrete graphics subsystem memory; includes replacement
thermal material)
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Spare part numberDescription
665345-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, the
HM65 chipset, the HD6490 graphics subsystem with discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
(includes 1024-MB of discrete graphics subsystem memory; includes replacement
thermal material)
665346-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, the
HM65 chipset, the HD6490 graphics subsystem with discrete memory, and USB version 2.0
(includes 1024-MB of discrete graphics subsystem memory; includes replacement
thermal material)
665347-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, the
HM65 chipset, the HD6490 graphics subsystem with discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
(includes 1024-MB of discrete graphics subsystem memory; includes replacement
thermal material)
665348-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, the
HM65 chipset, the HD6490 graphics subsystem with discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
(includes 1024-MB of discrete graphics subsystem memory; includes replacement
thermal material)
665349-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, the
HM65 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and USB version 2.0 (includes
replacement thermal material)
665350-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, the
HM65 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and USB version 2.0 (includes
replacement thermal material)
665351-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, the
HM65 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and USB version 3.0 (includes
replacement thermal material)
665352-001System board for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, the
HM65 chipset, a graphics subsystem with UMA memory, and USB version 3.0 (includes
replacement thermal material)
665353-001Thermal Material Kit for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory (includes replacement thermal paste and pads)
665354-001Thermal Material Kit for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with 1024-MB discrete memory (includes replacement thermal paste
and pads)
665355-001Thermal Material Kit for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with 2048-MB discrete memory (includes replacement thermal paste
and pads)
665356-001Top cover in dark umber finish (includes TouchPad and TouchPad button board, but does not
include TouchPad cable or TouchPad button board cable)
NOTE: The TouchPad cable and TouchPad button board cable are included in the Cable Kit,
spare part number 665301-001.
665357-001Top cover in steel grey finish (includes TouchPad and TouchPad button board, but does not
include TouchPad cable or TouchPad button board cable)
NOTE: The TouchPad cable and TouchPad button board cable are included in the Cable Kit,
spare part number 665301-001.
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Spare part numberDescription
665358-001Top cover in espresso black finish (includes TouchPad and TouchPad button board, but does not
include TouchPad cable or TouchPad button board cable)
NOTE: The TouchPad cable and TouchPad button board cable are included in the Cable Kit,
spare part number 665301-001.
665359-001Top cover in linen white finish (includes TouchPad and TouchPad button board, but does not
include TouchPad cable or TouchPad button board cable)
NOTE: The TouchPad cable and TouchPad button board cable are included in the Cable Kit,
spare part number 665301-001.
665360-001Top cover in Pacific blue finish (includes TouchPad and TouchPad button board, but does not
include TouchPad cable or TouchPad button board cable)
NOTE: The TouchPad cable and TouchPad button board cable are included in the Cable Kit,
spare part number 665301-001.
665361-001Top cover in Sonora red finish (includes TouchPad and TouchPad button board, but does not
include TouchPad cable or TouchPad button board cable)
NOTE: The TouchPad cable and TouchPad button board cable are included in the Cable Kit,
spare part number 665301-001.
665362-001Top cover in ruby red finish (includes TouchPad and TouchPad button board, but does not include
TouchPad cable or TouchPad button board cable)
NOTE: The TouchPad cable and TouchPad button board cable are included in the Cable Kit,
spare part number 665301-001.
665363-001Top cover in pearl pink finish (includes TouchPad and TouchPad button board, but does not
include TouchPad cable or TouchPad button board cable)
NOTE: The TouchPad cable and TouchPad button board cable are included in the Cable Kit,
spare part number 665301-001.
665364-001Top cover in butter gold finish (includes TouchPad and TouchPad button board, but does not
include TouchPad cable or TouchPad button board cable)
NOTE: The TouchPad cable and TouchPad button board cable are included in the Cable Kit,
spare part number 665301-001.
665365-001Webcamera/microphone module
666173-001Intel Core i7-2640M 2.80-GHz (SC turbo up to 3.50-GHz) processor (1333-MHz FSB, 4.0-MB L3
cache, dual core, 35 W; includes replacement thermal material)
666174-001Intel Core i7-2760QM 2.40-GHz (SC turbo up to 3.50-GHz) processor (1600-MHz FSB, 6.0-MB
L3 cache, dual core, 45 W; includes replacement thermal material)
666175-001Intel Core i7-2860QM 2.50-GHz (SC turbo up to 3.60-GHz) processor (1600-MHz FSB, 8.0-MB
L3 cache, dual core, 45 W; includes replacement thermal material)
666423-001Keyboard in silver finish for use in the United States (includes keyboard cable)
666423-031Keyboard in silver finish for use in the United Kingdom and Singapore (includes keyboard cable)
666423-041Keyboard in silver finish for use in Germany (includes keyboard cable)
666423-051Keyboard in silver finish for use in France (includes keyboard cable)
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Spare part numberDescription
666423-061Keyboard in silver finish for use in Italy (includes keyboard cable)
666423-071Keyboard in silver finish for use in Spain (includes keyboard cable)
666423-121Keyboard in silver finish for use in Canada (includes keyboard cable)
666423-131Keyboard in silver finish for use in Portugal (includes keyboard cable)
666423-141Keyboard in silver finish for use in Turkey (includes keyboard cable)
666423-161Keyboard in silver finish for use in Latin America (includes keyboard cable)
666423-171Keyboard in silver finish for use in Saudi Arabia (includes keyboard cable)
666423-201Keyboard in silver finish for use in Brazil (includes keyboard cable)
666423-211Keyboard in silver finish for use in Hungary (includes keyboard cable)
666423-251Keyboard in silver finish for use in Russia (includes keyboard cable)
666423-261Keyboard in silver finish for use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor
in Bulgaria (includes keyboard cable)
666423-281Keyboard in silver finish for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor
in Thailand (includes keyboard cable)
666423-291Keyboard in silver finish for use in Japan (includes keyboard cable)
666423-A41Keyboard in silver finish for use in Belgium (includes keyboard cable)
666423-AB1Keyboard in silver finish for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor
in Taiwan (includes keyboard cable)
666423-AD1Keyboard in silver finish for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor
in South Korea (includes keyboard cable)
666423-B31Keyboard in silver finish for use in the Netherlands (includes keyboard cable)
666423-BA1Keyboard in silver finish for use in Slovenia (includes keyboard cable)
666423-BB1Keyboard in silver finish for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor
in Israel (includes keyboard cable)
666423-BG1Keyboard in silver finish for use in Switzerland (includes keyboard cable)
666423-D61Keyboard in silver finish for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor
in India (includes keyboard cable)
666423-DH1Keyboard in silver finish for use in Denmark, Finland, and Norway (includes keyboard cable)
666423-DJ1Keyboard in silver finish for use in Greece (includes keyboard cable)
666423-FL1Keyboard in silver finish for use in the Czech Republic and Slovakia (includes keyboard cable)
666441-001160-GB solid-state drive (for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor)
668278-00115.6-in, HD, LED, BrightView, SVA display panel with display bezel
668279-00115.6-in, FHD, LED, AntiGlare, SVA display panel with display bezel
668280-00115.6-in, HD, LED, BrightView, SVA display panel with display bezel in aluminum finish
680018-001Blu-ray Disc ROM FX SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Drive for use only on computer models
equipped with an AMD processor
682590-001160-GB solid-state drive (for use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor)
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4Removal and replacement
procedures
Preliminary replacement requirements
Tools required
You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures:
●
Flat-bladed screwdriver
●
Magnetic screwdriver
●
Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers
Service considerations
The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during
disassembly and assembly procedures.
NOTE:As you remove each subassembly from the computer, place the subassembly (and all
accompanying screws) away from the work area to prevent damage.
Plastic parts
CAUTION:Using excessive force during disassembly and reassembly can damage plastic parts.
Use care when handling the plastic parts. Apply pressure only at the points designated in the
maintenance instructions.
Cables and connectors
CAUTION:When servicing the computer, be sure that cables are placed in their proper locations
during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer.
Cables must be handled with extreme care to avoid damage. Apply only the tension required to unseat
or seat the cables during removal and insertion. Handle cables by the connector whenever possible. In
all cases, avoid bending, twisting, or tearing cables. Be sure that cables are routed in such a way that
they cannot be caught or snagged by parts being removed or replaced. Handle flex cables with
extreme care; these cables tear easily.
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Drive handling
CAUTION:Drives are fragile components that must be handled with care. To prevent damage to
the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions:
Before removing or inserting a hard drive, shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether
the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the
operating system.
Before handling a drive, be sure that you are discharged of static electricity. While handling a drive,
avoid touching the connector.
Before removing a diskette drive or optical drive, be sure that a diskette or disc is not in the drive and
be sure that the optical drive tray is closed.
Handle drives on surfaces covered with at least one inch of shock-proof foam.
Avoid dropping drives from any height onto any surface.
After removing a hard drive, an optical drive, or a diskette drive, place it in a static-proof bag.
Avoid exposing an internal hard drive to products that have magnetic fields, such as monitors
or speakers.
Avoid exposing a drive to temperature extremes or liquids.
If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in a bubble pack mailer or other suitable form of protective
packaging and label the package “FRAGILE.”
Grounding guidelines
Electrostatic discharge damage
Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Circuitry design and structure
determine the degree of sensitivity. Networks built into many integrated circuits provide some
protection, but in many cases, ESD contains enough power to alter device parameters or melt
silicon junctions.
A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor can destroy static-sensitive devices or
microcircuitry. Even if the spark is neither felt nor heard, damage may have occurred.
An electronic device exposed to ESD may not be affected at all and can work perfectly throughout a
normal cycle. Or the device may function normally for a while, then degrade in the internal layers,
reducing its life expectancy.
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CAUTION:To prevent damage to the computer when you are removing or installing internal
components, observe these precautions:
Keep components in their electrostatic-safe containers until you are ready to install them.
Before touching an electronic component, discharge static electricity by using the guidelines described
in this section.
Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. Handle electronic components as little as possible.
If you remove a component, place it in an electrostatic-safe container.
The following table shows how humidity affects the electrostatic voltage levels generated by
different activities.
CAUTION:A product can be degraded by as little as 700 V.
Typical electrostatic voltage levels
Relative humidity
Event10%40%55%
Walking across carpet35,000 V15,000 V7,500 V
Walking across vinyl floor12,000 V5,000 V3,000 V
Motions of bench worker6,000 V800 V400 V
Removing DIPS from plastic tube2,000 V700 V400 V
Removing DIPS from vinyl tray11,500 V4,000 V2,000 V
Removing DIPS from Styrofoam14,500 V5,000 V3,500 V
Removing bubble pack from PCB26,500 V20,000 V7,000 V
Packing PCBs in foam-lined box21,000 V11,000 V5,000 V
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Packaging and transporting guidelines
Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment:
●
To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes, bags, or boxes.
●
Protect ESD-sensitive parts and assemblies with conductive or approved containers or packaging.
●
Keep ESD-sensitive parts in their containers until the parts arrive at static-free workstations.
●
Place items on a grounded surface before removing items from their containers.
●
Always be properly grounded when touching a component or assembly.
●
Store reusable ESD-sensitive parts from assemblies in protective packaging or
nonconductive foam.
●
Use transporters and conveyors made of antistatic belts and roller bushings. Be sure that
mechanized equipment used for moving materials is wired to ground and that proper materials
are selected to avoid static charging. When grounding is not possible, use an ionizer to dissipate
electric charges.
Workstation guidelines
Follow these grounding workstation guidelines:
●
Cover the workstation with approved static-shielding material.
●
Use a wrist strap connected to a properly grounded work surface and use properly grounded tools
and equipment.
●
Use conductive field service tools, such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuums.
●
When fixtures must directly contact dissipative surfaces, use fixtures made only of staticsafe materials.
●
Keep the work area free of nonconductive materials, such as ordinary plastic assembly aids
and Styrofoam.
●
Handle ESD-sensitive components, parts, and assemblies by the case or PCM laminate. Handle
these items only at static-free workstations.
●
Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry.
●
Turn off power and input signals before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment.
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Equipment guidelines
Grounding equipment must include either a wrist strap or a foot strap at a grounded workstation.
●
When seated, wear a wrist strap connected to a grounded system. Wrist straps are flexible straps
with a minimum of one megohm ±10% resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground,
wear a strap snugly against the skin at all times. On grounded mats with banana-plug connectors,
use alligator clips to connect a wrist strap.
●
When standing, use foot straps and a grounded floor mat. Foot straps (heel, toe, or boot straps)
can be used at standing workstations and are compatible with most types of shoes or boots. On
conductive floors or dissipative floor mats, use foot straps on both feet with a minimum of one
megohm resistance between the operator and ground. To be effective, the conductive must be
worn in contact with the skin.
The following grounding equipment is recommended to prevent electrostatic damage:
●
Antistatic tape
●
Antistatic smocks, aprons, and sleeve protectors
●
Conductive bins and other assembly or soldering aids
●
Nonconductive foam
●
Conductive tabletop workstations with ground cords of one megohm resistance
●
Static-dissipative tables or floor mats with hard ties to the ground
●
Field service kits
●
Static awareness labels
●
Material-handling packages
●
Nonconductive plastic bags, tubes, or boxes
●
Metal tote boxes
●
Electrostatic voltage levels and protective materials
The following table lists the shielding protection provided by antistatic bags and floor mats.
MaterialUseVoltage protection level
Antistatic plasticsBags1,500 V
Carbon-loaded plasticFloor mats7,500 V
Metallized laminateFloor mats5,000 V
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Component replacement procedures
This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures.
There are as many as 88 screws that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing
the computer. Make special note of each screw and screw lock size and location during removal
and replacement.
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number
provided on the service tag.
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Product nameThis is the product name affixed to the front of
the computer.
(2)Serial number (s/n)This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to
each product.
(3)Part number/Product number (p/n)This number provides specific information about the
product’s hardware components. The part number helps
a service technician determine what components and
parts are needed.
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ItemComponentDescription
(4)Warranty periodThis number describes the duration of the warranty
(5)Model descriptionThis is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate
Computer feet
the computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. There are 4 rubber feet that attach to the
base enclosure in the locations illustrated below.
period for the computer.
documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
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Battery
DescriptionSpare part number
9-cell, 100-Whr, 3.00-Ah Li-ion battery636631-001
6-cell, 62-Whr, 2.80-Ah Li-ion battery593562-001
6-cell, 55-Whr, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery593554-001
Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
Remove the battery:
1.Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery.
2.Pivot the front edge of the battery (2) up and back.
3.Remove the battery (3) from the computer.
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To insert the battery:
1.Align the tabs on the rear edge of the battery with the notches on the rear edge of the battery bay.
2.
Pivot the front edge of the battery down into the battery bay until it is seated. (The battery release
latch will automatically lock into place.)
Optical drive
NOTE:The optical drive spare part kit includes a bezel and bracket.
DescriptionSpare part number
Blu-ray Disc ROM FX SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Drive for use only on computer models
equipped with an AMD processor
Blu-ray Disc ROM FX SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Drive for use only on computer models
equipped with an Intel processor
Blu-ray Disc R/RW FX SuperMulti Drive665328-001
DVD±RW Double-Layer FX SuperMulti Drive665327-001
680018-001
665329-001
Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.
Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 53).
Remove the optical drive:
1.
Slide the service cover release latch to release the service cover.
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2.
Lift the rear edge of the service cover up and forward until it rests at an angle.
3.Remove the service cover. The service cover is available in the Plastics Kit, spare part number
665332-001.
4.Remove the Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw that secures the optical drive to the computer.
5.Remove the optical drive by sliding it out of the optical drive bay.
6.If it is necessary to replace the optical drive bracket, position the optical drive with the rear panel
toward you.
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7.
Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (1) that secure the bracket to the optical drive.
8.
Remove the optical drive bracket (2).
Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the optical drive.
Hard drive
NOTE:The hard drive and solid-state drive spare part kit does not include the bracket, connector
cable, or screws. The bracket and screws are included in the Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part
number 665311-001. The connector cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number
665301-001.
DescriptionSpare part number
1-TB, 5400-rpm, 12.7 mm638974-001
750-GB, 7200-rpm, 9.5 mm633252-001
750-GB, 5400-rpm, 9.5 mm634250-001
640-GB, 5400-rpm, 9.5 mm603785-001
500-GB, 7200-rpm, 9.5 mm608218-001
500-GB, 7200-rpm, 9.5 mm634932-001
320-GB, 7200-rpm, 7.0 mm634862-001
320-GB, 5400-rpm, 7.0 mm645193-001
160-GB solid-state drive:
For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor682590-001
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor666441-001
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Before removing the hard drive, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the service cover (see
Battery on page 53).
Optical drive on page 54).
Remove the hard drive:
1.
Disconnect the hard drive connector cable (1) from the system board.
2.
Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws (2) that secure the hard drive to the computer.
3.
Use the Mylar tab built into the hard drive bracket to lift and remove the hard drive (3) from
the computer.
4.If it is necessary to replace the hard drive connector cable or hard drive bracket:
a.Remove the four Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screws (1) that secure the hard drive bracket to the
hard drive.
b.Remove the hard drive bracket (2) from the hard drive.
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c.
Disconnect the hard drive connector cable (3) from the hard drive.
Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive.
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RTC battery
DescriptionSpare part number
RTC battery651038-001
Before removing the RTC battery, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the service cover (see
Battery on page 53).
Optical drive on page 54).
Remove the RTC battery:
▲
Remove the RTC battery from the socket on the system board.
Reverse this procedure to install the RTC battery.
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Memory module
DescriptionSpare part number
8-GB (DDR3, 10600, 1333-MHz)634091-001
4-GB (DDR3, 10600, 1333-MHz)621569-001
2-GB (DDR3, 10600, 1333-MHz)621565-001
Before removing a memory module, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the service cover (see
Battery on page 53).
Optical drive on page 54).
Remove the memory module:
1.Spread the retaining tabs (1) on each side of the memory module slot to release the memory
module. (The memory module tilts up.)
2.Remove the memory module (2) by pulling it away from the slot at an angle.
Reverse this procedure to install a memory module.
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WLAN module
DescriptionSpare part number
For use on all computer models:
Atheros 9485GN 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi and 3012 Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter655795-001
Broadcom 4313 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi and 2070 Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Combo Adapter
(Bluetooth 3.0+HS ready)
Broadcom 4313GN 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi and 20702 Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter657325-001
Ralink RT3090BC4 802.11b/g/n 1×1 WiFi and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Combo Adapter
(Bluetooth 3.0+HS ready)
600370-001
593127-001
630705-001
CAUTION:To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless
module authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices
in your country or region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the
module to restore device functionality, and then contact technical support.
Before removing the WLAN module, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.
Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the service cover (see
Battery on page 53).
Optical drive on page 54).
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Remove the WLAN module:
1.Disconnect the WLAN antenna cables from the terminals on the WLAN module.
NOTE:The #1/black WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module Main terminal.
The #2/gray WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module Aux terminal.
2.
Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws that secure the WLAN module to the system board.
(The WLAN module tilts up.)
3.Remove the WLAN module by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
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NOTE:If the WLAN antennas are not connected to the terminals on the WLAN module, the protective
sleeves must be installed on the antenna connectors, as shown in the following illustration.
Reverse this procedure to install the WLAN module.
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Keyboard
NOTE:The keyboard spare part kit includes a keyboard cable.
DescriptionSpare part number DescriptionSpare part number
Keyboard in black finish:
For use with all computer models
in Belgium
For use with all computer models
in Brazil
For use only on computer models
equipped with an AMD processor
in Bulgaria
For use with all computer models
in Canada
For use with all computer models
in the Czech Republic and Slovakia
For use with all computer models
in Denmark, Finland, and Norway
For use with all computer models
in France
For use with all computer models
in Germany
For use with all computer models
in Greece
665326-A41For use with all computer models
in Latin America
665326-201For use with all computer models
in the Netherlands
665326-261For use with all computer models
in Portugal
665326-121For use with all computer models
in Russia
665326-FL1For use with all computer models
in Saudi Arabia
665326-DH1For use with all computer models
in Slovenia
665326-051For use only on computer models
equipped with an Intel processor
in South Korea
665326-041For use with all computer models
in Spain
665326-DJ1For use with all computer models
in Switzerland
665326-161
665326-B31
665326-131
665326-251
665326-171
665326-BA1
665326-AD1
665326-071
665326-BG1
For use with all computer models
in Hungary
For use only on computer models
equipped with an Intel processor
in India
For use only on computer models
equipped with an Intel processor
in Israel
For use with all computer models
Italy
For use with all computer models
in Japan
For use with all computer models
in Belgium
665326-211For use only on computer models
665326-D61For use only on computer models
665326-BB1For use with all computer models
665326-061For use with all computer models
665326-291For use with all computer models
Keyboard in silver finish:
666423-A41For use with all computer models
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665326-AB1
equipped with an Intel processor
in Taiwan
665326-281
equipped with an Intel processor
in Thailand
665326-141
in Turkey
665326-031
in the United Kingdom and
Singapore
665326-001
in the United States
666423-161
in Latin America
DescriptionSpare part number DescriptionSpare part number
For use with all computer models
in Brazil
For use only on computer models
equipped with an AMD processor
in Bulgaria
For use with all computer models
in Canada
For use with all computer models
in the Czech Republic and Slovakia
For use with all computer models
in Denmark, Finland, and Norway
For use with all computer models
in France
For use with all computer models
in Germany
For use with all computer models
in Greece
For use with all computer models
in Hungary
666423-201For use with all computer models
in the Netherlands
666423-261For use with all computer models
in Portugal
666423-121For use with all computer models
in Russia
666423-FL1For use with all computer models
in Saudi Arabia
666423-DH1For use with all computer models
in Slovenia
666423-051For use only on computer models
equipped with an Intel processor
in South Korea
666423-041For use with all computer models
in Spain
666423-DJ1For use with all computer models
in Switzerland
666423-211For use only on computer models
equipped with an Intel processor
in Taiwan
666423-B31
666423-131
666423-251
666423-171
666423-BA1
666423-AD1
666423-071
666423-BG1
666423-AB1
For use only on computer models
equipped with an Intel processor
in India
For use only on computer models
equipped with an Intel processor
in Israel
For use with all computer models
Italy
For use with all computer models
in Japan
666423-D61For use only on computer models
equipped with an Intel processor
in Thailand
666423-BB1For use with all computer models
in Turkey
666423-061For use with all computer models
in the United Kingdom and
Singapore
666423-291For use with all computer models
in the United States
666423-281
666423-141
666423-031
666423-001
Before removing the keyboard, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 53).
5.Remove the service cover (see
Optical drive on page 54).
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Remove the keyboard:
1.Remove the Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw that secures the keyboard to the computer.
2.Rest the computer on its left side.
3.Open the computer.
4.Insert a screw driver or similar thin tool into the keyboard screw hole, and then press on the back
of the keyboard until the keyboard disengages from the computer.
5.Turn the computer right-side up with the front toward you.
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6.
Lift the rear edge (1) of the keyboard, and then slide the keyboard (2) back until the keyboard
cable is accessible.
7.
Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector (1) to which the keyboard cable is attached, and
then disconnect the keyboard cable (2) from the system board.
8.Remove the keyboard.
Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard.
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Top cover
NOTE:The top cover spare part kit includes the TouchPad and TouchPad button board, but does not
include the TouchPad cable or TouchPad button board cable. The TouchPad cable and TouchPad
button board cable are included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 665301-001.
DescriptionSpare part number
In butter gold finish665364-001
In dark umber finish665356-001
In espresso black finish665358-001
In linen white finish665359-001
In Pacific blue finish665360-001
In pearl pink finish665363-001
In ruby red finish665362-001
In Sonoma red finish665361-001
In steel gray finish665357-001
Before removing the top cover, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
●
Optical drive (see
●
Hard drive (see
●
Keyboard (see
Battery on page 53), and then remove the following components:
Optical drive on page 54)
Hard drive on page 56)
Keyboard on page 64)
NOTE:When replacing the top cover, be sure that the power button board and cable (see Power
button board on page 71) and fingerprint reader board and cable (see Fingerprint reader board
on page 72) are removed from the defective top cover and installed on the replacement top cover.
Remove the top cover:
1.Close the computer.
2.Turn the computer upside down, with the front toward you.
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3.
Remove the seven Phillips PM2.5×10.0 screws that secure the top cover to the computer.
4.Remove the following screws that secure the top cover to the computer:
●
Three Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) in the optical drive bay
●
Three Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws (2)
●
One Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw (3) in the hard drive bay
5.
Turn the computer right-side up, with the front toward you.
6.Open the computer.
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7.
Release the ZIF connectors to which the following cables are attached, and then disconnect the
cables from the system board:
NOTE:The power button board cable, TouchPad button board cable, and fingerprint reader
board cable are included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 665301-001.
8.Remove the seven Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws that secure the top cover to the computer.
9.Lift the rear edge of the top cover (1) until the left and right sides disengage from the
base enclosure.
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10.
Remove the top cover (2).
Reverse this procedure to install the top cover.
Power button board
DescriptionSpare part number
Power button board (does not include cable)
NOTE: The power button board cable is not included in the power button board spare part kit. The
power button board cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 665301-001.
665330-001
Before removing the power button board, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
●
Optical drive (see
●
Hard drive (see
●
Keyboard (see
●
Top cover (see
Battery on page 53), and then remove the following components:
Optical drive on page 54)
Hard drive on page 56)
Keyboard on page 64)
Top cover on page 68)
Remove the power button board:
1.Turn the top cover upside down, with the front toward you.
2.
Release the power button board cable from the clip (1) built into the top cover.
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3.
Remove the three Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (2) that secure the power button board to the
top cover.
4.Remove the power button board and cable (3).
Reverse this procedure to install the power button board and cable.
Fingerprint reader board
DescriptionSpare part number
Fingerprint reader board (select models only, includes bracket, but does not include cable)
NOTE: The fingerprint reader board cable is not included in the fingerprint reader board spare
part kit. The fingerprint reader board cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number
665301-001.
Before removing the fingerprint reader board, follow these steps:
1.
Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 53), and then remove the following components:
665330-001
●
Optical drive (see
●
Hard drive (see
Optical drive on page 54)
Hard drive on page 56)
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●
Keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 64)
●
Top cover (see
Top cover on page 68)
Remove the fingerprint reader board and cable:
1.Turn the top cover upside down, with the front toward you.
2.Release the fingerprint reader board cable (1) from the clips (2) built into the top cover.
3.Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (3) that secure the fingerprint reader board and
bracket to the top cover.
4.Remove the fingerprint reader board bracket (4) and the fingerprint reader board (5).
Reverse this procedure to install the fingerprint reader board and cable.
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Bluetooth module
NOTE:This section applies only to computer models equipped with an Intel processor.
DescriptionSpare part number
EDR v.4.0 Bluetooth module655792-001
NOTE: The Bluetooth module spare part kit does not include the Bluetooth module cable. The Bluetooth module cable is
available using spare part number 665303-001.
Before removing the Bluetooth module and cable, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
●
Optical drive (see
●
Hard drive (see
●
Keyboard (see
●
Top cover (see
Battery on page 53), and then remove the following components:
Optical drive on page 54)
Hard drive on page 56)
Keyboard on page 64)
Top cover on page 68)
Remove the Bluetooth module and cable:
1.
Disconnect the Bluetooth module cable (1) from the system board.
2.
Release the Bluetooth module cable from the clips (2) and the routing channel built into the front
speaker assembly.
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3.
Release the Bluetooth module (3) from the clip built into the front speaker assembly.
4.
Remove the Bluetooth module and the Bluetooth module cable.
5.If it is necessary to replace the Bluetooth module cable, disconnect the cable from the Bluetooth
module and replace it.
Reverse this procedure to install the Bluetooth module and cable.
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USB board
DescriptionSpare part number
USB board (does not include cable)
NOTE: The USB board cable is not included in the USB board spare part kit. The USB board cable
is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 665303-001.
665331-001
Before removing the USB board, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
●
Optical drive (see
●
Hard drive (see
●
Keyboard (see
●
Top cover (see
Battery on page 53), and then remove the following components:
Optical drive on page 54)
Hard drive on page 56)
Keyboard on page 64)
Top cover on page 68)
Remove the USB board and cable:
1.Release the ZIF connector to which the USB board cable is connected, and then disconnect the
USB board cable (1) from the system board.
2.Remove the Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw (2) that secures the USB board to the base enclosure.
3.Remove the USB board (3) and cable.
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Reverse this procedure to install the USB board.
Power connector cable
DescriptionSpare part number
Power connector cable665306-001
Before removing the power connector cable, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
●
Optical drive (see
●
Hard drive (see
●
Keyboard (see
●
Top cover (see
●
USB board (see
Battery on page 53), and then remove the following components:
Optical drive on page 54)
Hard drive on page 56)
Keyboard on page 64)
Top cover on page 68)
USB board on page 76)
Remove the power connector cable:
1.Disconnect the power connector cable (1) from the system board.
2.Release the power connector cable from the clips (2) built into the base enclosure.
3.Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×2.0 screws (3) that secure the power connector to the
base enclosure.
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4.
Remove the power connector (4) from the base enclosure.
Reverse this procedure to install the power connector cable.
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System board
NOTE:The system board spare part kit includes replacement thermal material.
Replacement thermal material is also available in the Thermal Material Kit, using the following spare
part numbers:
●
665286-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a
graphics subsystem with discrete memory
●
665285-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory
●
665354-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with 2048-MB discrete memory
●
665355-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with 1024-MB discrete memory
●
665353-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory
DescriptionSpare part number
For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD A70M processor, the HD6750 graphics
subsystem with 1024-MB of discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD A70M processor, a graphics subsystem
with UMA memory, and USB version 3.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD A60M processor, the HD6750 graphics
subsystem with 1024-MB of discrete memory, and USB version 2.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD A60M processor, the HD6490 graphics
subsystem with 512-MB of discrete memory, and USB version 2.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD A60M processor, a graphics subsystem
with UMA memory, and USB version 2.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, the HD6770 graphics
subsystem with 2048-MB of discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, the HD6770 graphics
subsystem with 2048-MB of discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, the HD6770 graphics
subsystem with 1024-MB of discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, the HD6770 graphics
subsystem with 1024-MB of discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, the HD6490 graphics
subsystem with 1024-MB of discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
665284-001
665282-001
665281-001
665280-001
665279-001
665342-001
665341-001
665344-001
665343-001
665348-001
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, the HD6490 graphics
subsystem with 1024-MB of discrete memory, and USB version 2.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, the HD6490 graphics
subsystem with 1024-MB of discrete memory, and USB version 3.0
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665347-001
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DescriptionSpare part number
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, the HD6490 graphics
subsystem with 1024-MB of discrete memory, and USB version 2.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, a graphics subsystem
with UMA memory, and USB version 3.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel quad core processor, a graphics subsystem
with UMA memory, and USB version 2.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, a graphics subsystem
with UMA memory, and USB version 3.0
For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel dual core processor, a graphics subsystem
with UMA memory, and USB version 2.0
665345-001
665352-001
665350-001
665351-001
665349-001
Before removing the system board, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 53), and then remove the following components:
●
Optical drive (see
●
Hard drive (see
●
WLAN module (see
●
Keyboard (see
●
Top cover (see
Optical drive on page 54)
Hard drive on page 56)
WLAN module on page 61)
Keyboard on page 64)
Top cover on page 68)
When replacing the system board, be sure that the following components are removed from the
defective system board and installed on the replacement system board:
●
RTC battery (see
●
Memory module (see
●
Fan and heat sink (see
●
Processor (see
RTC battery on page 59)
Memory module on page 60)
Fan/heat sink assembly on page 83)
Processor on page 87)
Remove the system board:
1.Close the computer.
2.Turn the computer upside down, with the font toward you.
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3.
Disconnect the speaker cable (1) and the optical drive connector cable (2) from the system board.
4.Turn the computer right side up, with the front toward you.
5.Open the computer.
6.Disconnect the following cables from the system board:
●
Display panel cable (1)
●
Webcamera/microphone cable (2)
●
Bluetooth module cable (3)
●
USB board cable (4)
●
Power connector cable (5)
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7.
Remove the Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw (1) and the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (2) that secure
the system board to the base enclosure.
8.Flex the left side of the base enclosure (1) outward to provide clearance for the audio
connectors (2) and the other connectors on the left side of the system board.
9.Lift the front edge of the system board (3) until it rests at an angle.
10. Remove the system board (4) by sliding it up and forward at an angle.
Reverse this procedure to install the system board.
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Fan/heat sink assembly
NOTE:The fan/heat sink assembly spare part kit includes replacement thermal material.
Replacement thermal material is also available in the Thermal Material Kit, using the following spare
part numbers:
●
665286-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a
graphics subsystem with discrete memory
●
665285-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory
●
665354-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with 2048-MB discrete memory
●
665355-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with 1024-MB discrete memory
●
665353-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory
DescriptionSpare part number
For use only with computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a graphics subsystem with
discrete memory
For use only with computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a graphics subsystem with
UMA memory
For use only with computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a graphics subsystem with
2048-MB discrete memory
For use only with computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a graphics subsystem with
1024-MB discrete memory
For use only with computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a graphics subsystem with
UMA memory
665278-001
665277-001
665309-001
665308-001
665307-001
NOTE:To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least 7.6 cm (3 in) of clearance on the left side of
the computer. the computer uses an electric fan for ventilation. The fan is controlled by a temperature
sensor and is designed to turn on automatically when high temperature conditions exist. These
conditions are affected by high external temperatures, system power consumption, power
management/battery conservation configurations, battery fast charging, and software requirements.
Exhaust air is displaced through the ventilation grill located on the left side of the computer.
Before removing the fan/heat sink assembly, follow these steps:
1.
Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
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3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
●
Optical drive (see
●
Hard drive (see
●
WLAN module (see
●
Keyboard (see
●
Top cover (see
●
System board (see
Battery on page 53), and then remove the following components:
Optical drive on page 54)
Hard drive on page 56)
WLAN module on page 61)
Keyboard on page 64)
Top cover on page 68)
System board on page 79)
Remove the fan/heat sink assembly:
1.Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.
2.Turn the system board upside down, with the fan away from you.
3.Loosen the captive screws (1) that secure the fan/heat sink assembly to the system board.
NOTE:The number of screws used to secure the fan/heat sink assembly to the system board
varies by computer model.
NOTE:Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the heat sink and
system board components, it may be necessary to move the heat sink from side to side to
detach it.
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4.
Remove the fan/heat sink assembly (2).
NOTE:The following illustration shows the fan/heat sink assembly being removed from a
computer model equipped with an AMD processor and a graphics subsystem with
discrete memory. A computer model equipped with an AMD processor and a graphics subsystem
with UMA memory has only four screws.
NOTE:The following illustration shows the fan/heat sink assembly being removed from a
computer model equipped with an Intel processor and a graphics subsystem with discrete memory.
A computer model equipped with an Intel processor and a graphics subsystem with UMA memory
has only four screws.
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The thermal material must be thoroughly cleaned from the surfaces of the heat sink and the system
board components each time the fan/heat sink assembly is removed. Replacement thermal material is
included with the fan/heat sink assembly, processor, and system board spare part kits.
Replacement thermal material is also available in the Thermal Material Kit.
NOTE:The following illustration shows the replacement thermal material locations on a computer
model equipped with an AMD processor and a graphics subsystem with discrete memory.
●
Thermal paste is used on the processor (1) and the heat sink section (2) that services it
●
A thermal pad is used on the graphics subsystem chip (3) and the heat sink section (4) that
services it (only on computer models equipped with a graphics subsystem with discrete memory)
●
A thermal pad is used on the Northbridge chip (5) and the heat sink section (6) that services it
NOTE:The following illustration shows the replacement thermal material locations on a computer
model equipped with an Intel processor and a graphics subsystem with discrete memory.
●
Thermal paste is used on the processor (1) and the heat sink section (2) that services it
●
A thermal pad is used on the graphics subsystem chip (3) and the heat sink section (4) that
services it (only on computer models equipped with a graphics subsystem with discrete memory)
●
A thermal pad is used on the Northbridge chip (5) and the heat sink section (6) that services it
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Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the fan/heat sink assembly.
Processor
NOTE:The processor spare part kit includes replacement thermal material.
Replacement thermal material is also available in the Thermal Material Kit, using the following spare
part numbers:
●
●
●
●
●
DescriptionSpare part number
665286-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a
graphics subsystem with discrete memory
665285-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an AMD processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory
665354-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with 2048-MB discrete memory
665355-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with 1024-MB discrete memory
665353-001 — For use only on computer models equipped with an Intel processor and a
graphics subsystem with UMA memory